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How do you stay motivated?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school. And I know that it is EXTERMELY early for me already to lack motivation, but I'm taking all these hard AP/IB classes that have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO with what I want to be when I'm older. So I was just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to stay...
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Is it a disadvantage or will a student be viewed differently for attending a community college for the first 2 years in order to transfer into a college that offers a specific program major?
The atmospheric sciences and meteorology program is not offered by a lot of colleges in the state that I live in. FSU's program was ranked in the top 6 in the United States and is my top pick, but it is very competitive to get into. TCC is a community college nearby that has a relationship...
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For you chemical engineers, what's the best way to get a head start on paying off your loans you know that you are going occur in college from tuition?
I know that you can get scholarships from the school, such as for ACT score, but is there any other way that I can pay at least 3/4 of this insane debt I know I'm going to rack up throughout college. I'm going to the University of Kansas in the fall of 2017 so I have a little time but PLEASE...
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How do scientists start projects without grants?
How do scientists receive grants? #science #physics
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What classes would be beneficial to take in college for a degree in the Marine Biology and Oceanography field?
I want to know what classes professionals in the field have found most helpful throughout college and into their careers. #college #career #science #marine-biology #oceanography
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What is the best way to study
Almost a college student #college #nursing #university #life #success #studying
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Is it better to piuck a roomate or get a random one?
I am personally doing this at the moment and am entering my first year of college and don't know anyone, so I need some help. #college-life
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Is it better to get a job on campus or off campus?
I need to get a job to help pay for college, so I was wondering whether it was better to get a job on campus to stay close or off campus. #jobs
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i am totally confused about which stream to take up in 12th.
I want to become a lawyer.i am interested in studying social science.I want to take up arts.But many advice me to take up science due to more career options. #science #law #lawyer #social #female-lawyer
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What would be the best space career field to go into?
It's always been an interest to me. I've always wanted to do something with space. #college #science #math #physician #physics #colleges #scientist #science-phd
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What are some key factors that you should look for went looking for an apartment?
As a sophomore in college, I have decided to live off campus but finding an apartment is a big step in balancing my income. As any college student that is just placed into the world and told to do what adults do, what should I look for when looking for an apartment? #college #finance #job...
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What does a bachelor of science in biological sciences in concentration of biomedicine mean?
I reason that I am asking this I want to know the difference between bachelor of science in biological sciences and bachelor of science in biological sciences in concentration of biomedicine. #college #career #career-counseling #degree #college-majors
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Does it look better to do an internship or to get a job on a resume?
I'm currently a senior in high school and will be attending college in the fall. I hope to become a doctor, and thus must be thinking ahead to medical school. I'm debating between getting a job and getting an internship this summer (and was also thinking about my time throughout college). I was...
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Do you feel as though money is the motive when choosing a career?
A lot of my friends talk about how much money their going to make with their careers, but I don't necessarily care about money. #money #career-path
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How did you choose what career path was right for you?
I've made a career decision and was wondering if I took the correct steps to get to this point. #general
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What is it like to be a software engineer
A day in the life description could be good #software #programming
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In the opinion of many adult professionals, would you say the cost of college is worth the reward?
College has always been a given in my life. It wasn't a question on whether or not I was going, because everyone knew I was. Now that it's becoming a reality, and college is just around the corner, the cost of college is scaring me. No one in my family has ever been to college, so I just wanted...
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Which careers integrate art and math/science?
Im a Junior but I've been wondering since 9th grade what to study,because originally I wanted to study Aerospacial engineering, later on Pediatric Chiropactor and right now I have no Idea what to study. I'm injterested in art beacause I've been studying Theater,dance and music(I just graduated...
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What types of careers can a student with an anthropology degree look into?
Looking for a job or career path to venture into with a bachelors degree in anthropology #jobs #sociology #anthropology #part-time #full-time
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What fields of engineering would be useful for jobs involving space/space technology?
With big plans for space from some companies such as SpaceX and the general awe of space itself, it would be nice to knowwhat engineering fields would be involved. #engineering #career #space
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What is it like as a physician assistant?
I'm very interested in pursuing a career in the medical field originally as a physician in the hospital, but many people have told me that it's not worth going to medical school for such a long time, and to become a physician assistant instead. They listed a lot of reasons like having better...
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How do I know a school is right for me?
I want to go to The Ohio State University, but I'm not sure if I want to go because it's right for me or if it's because everyone else is telling me to go. #college #college-bound
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how can one become successful as an aeronautical engineer from high school
Well,I want to become an aeronautical engineer so I would like to know what it takes to become one #engineering #aeronautical
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What are the requirements for becoming an astronaut
I am a student and want to become an astronaut. #engineering #science #physics #astronomy #astrophysics #astronaut #astrobiology
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What are the similarites and differences between civil engineering, architecture, and architectural engineering?
Hello, I'm currently a civil engineering student at the University of Dayton. I'm in a sort of dilemma where, like any other college student, am unsure of where I want to go degree-wise. I really thought that civil engineering would be a great stepping stone for me into architecture until I...
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How do most people enter the clinical psychology profession?
What comes next after a bachelor's degree in psychology? #psychology #clinical
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What are the possibilities of an Anthropology degree? (Cultural and Linguistic)
I am asking this question because I plan on pursuing both a Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology degree because I love learning about both. I must admit, I have a certain passion for tribal cultures and Ancient Mesopotamia. #career-path #anthropology
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What are the possibilities with a Marine Biology and/or Ecology degrees?
I am going to school in Hawaii in order to pursue a Marine Biology degree and I am considering switching to an Ecology degree because I really enjoy Ecology. #career-path #marine-biology #ecologist
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Do medical schools look largely at what school you went to for undergraduate studies?
I wish to be a doctor and would like to know if I should worry about the "national ranking" of the school. #medicine
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Is it worth it to go to a less prestigious school because you know you could get nearly full tuition, even though you could get into a more prestigious school?
I am a high-achieving student and need to weigh my options. #college
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Is looking for a career in personal finance a good idea right now, or are there a lot of people looking for jobs like that making it hard to be successful in it?
I am #undecided in in my major and have been searching different career pathways. Personal finance seems like it could be a good fit, but a lot of people I know are majoring in it.
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What should I do if I don't know what I want to study?
I'm not sure what my passions are. #college #career
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How is IB beneficial and how does workload compare?
Is it easy to get credit for IB? Is IB harder than college? What's different between workload in college in and IB? What did IB help you with? #credit #ib
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What is it like to be a Mechanical Engineer?
Is it a desk job? Does it require a lot of hands on work? Do you carry a lot of individual responsibility or is there a lot of teamwork? Does your income allow you to live comfortably? #engineering #career #income
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Industrial Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?
I have a passion for Mechanical Engineering but I'm worried about keeping that passion as I progress through my career. I have heard that Industrial has even better pay and more demand nowadays. Thoughts?
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Publishing
I envision myself working in the publishing industry- my question is what is the best major, English, marketing or both ? #professor #professional #academic-publishing
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Is there any advice you would give to a college student with regards to intro level, inorganic, organic and analytical chemistry?
I am considering a biology major or related major (i.e. microbiology, biochemistry) and I'm very nervous with regards to taking a chemistry course due to the fact that I struggled in chemistry during high school. I'm looking for some advice with regards to taking chemistry classes in college.
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Being a psychology major, what are good volunteer opportunities I should join to build my resume for grad school?
It is hard to find internships for counseling and psychology, but my career adviser said that volunteer work is just as important. #psychology
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what is a good place to start looking for jobs related to NGOs (non-government organizations) or Non-Profit Organizations?
I am about to graduate obtaining a B.A with an anthropology major. I wonder what is an effective way for a fresh graduate like me without much experience to look for jobs in the NGOs market. I am also an bilingual international student. #career #career-counseling #career-paths #social-work...
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What can I do to stand out from the competition in order to get a job?
I'm going into my junior year of high school this summer and was wondering, when trying to get a part-time, summer job as a 16 year old, what is the best way to seem distinguished and be preferable over the competition? #job-search #high-school #summer
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When choosing a college what should I prefer, better reputation or better price?
So I'm pretty smart and have a GPA high enough to get me into a pretty solid college, but I'm worried about the cost and the student loans I would amass. So I was wondering how I would find a balance between both a good education and a good price, but not suffering in either, and in a...
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How can I make myself stand out when I am applying to colleges?
I have suffered from many illnesses over my high school career which have prevented me from participating in lots of school activities and volunteer programs. I also didn't get the chance to participate in AP classes and my GPA is 3.73, not the greatest. I participated in choir and I was the...
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How important is having a career goal?
What if you are a person who does not know your interest or skills? What would you suggest this person to do if they don't know. #college #career #skills #goal
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Where should I go to seek local employment?
I am a high school student seeking part-time work. #career-choice
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What are the best way to balance sports and education?
I want to know some ways people have gone about balancing sports and studying during high school as sometimes i feel like I'm unable to do both at the same time. #sports #school #time-management
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What are the factors that I should consider whether or not graduate school is appropriate for me?
I am almost done with my bachelor degree in college, and I'm not sure if going to graduate school is right for me. For now, I would like to explore the work market for a while first. I would like to get some advice on how I should determine or assess myself in future if I wanted to go on to...
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Are there fields of work where art skills are incorporated, but you are not required to work as a professional artist?
Ever since I was a child I have been passionate about being an artist. I have went to art classes for many years and am have grown very skilled in painting, and drawing. My works have been displayed in galleries, and have received praises from the general public and professional artists. Moving...
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How "easy" is a minimum wage job ?
Many people put emphasis in how easy a minimum wage job in industries like; fast food, or retail is easy. How "easy" is it compared to "real-world" jobs, and what are the differences and similarities between the jobs? #career #jobs #minimum
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Would employers rather see internships/jobs or volunteer work?
Just wondering what is weight more as a prospective employer looks at your resume #career #resume #employer
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What's the biggest difference and hardest adjustment transitioning from high school to college?
I'm and upcoming senior and I wanted to be prepared for the transition #college #student #college-bound #freshman